Use of title; penalty

440.981 Use of title; penalty. (1) No person may use the title “licensed midwife,” describe or imply that he or she is a licensed midwife, or represent himself or herself as a licensed midwife unless the person is granted a license under this subchapter or is licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse and possesses a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation under s. 441.09. (2) Any person who violates sub. (1) may be fined not more than $250, imprisoned not more than 3 months, or both. History: 2005 a. 292; 2025 a. 17.